A 22-year-old woman died after a C-section at a Kota hospital, while other women developed complications. Authorities claim the death was due to heart issues, not infection, and are investigating the cause of the complications.
Following the deaths of four women due to post-caesarean complications, hospitals in Kota report no new cases of infection. Six women remain under treatment, with one discharged and others showing signs of recovery.
The World Health Organization has requested information from the Indian government regarding the alleged supply of spurious oxytocin injections linked to the deaths of five women in Kota hospitals. This comes after regulatory action, including the cancellation of manufacturing licenses for Jackson Laboratories units, following joint inspections by drug control bodies. The government is investigating the matter, emphasising a zero-tolerance approach to quality violations.
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Two more women have contracted infections at a government-run hospital in Kota, India, with family members alleging they were forced to move them to private facilities after complications arose. This follows a previous incident where several women contracted infections after undergoing cesarean deliveries at the same hospital.
The condition of three women remains critical after contracting a kidney infection following caesarean deliveries at a government hospital in Kota. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the infection, which has already resulted in two deaths.
Chitra tells us how her strained relationship with her husband and mother-in-law gradually improved after her father-in-law passed away.
A doctor in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide after a 25-year-old woman died during a caesarean delivery at a private hospital. The arrest follows a complaint alleging negligence and extortion.
Gandhi wants Health Minister J P Nadda to make it mandatory for hospitals to display their rate of Caesarean, also known as C-section, deliveries in response to a Change.org petition against hospitals and doctors profiteering by pushing women towards surgical deliveries instead of natural vaginal birth.
Maternity expenses can be high, with the costs covering everything from prenatal visits to the hospital delivery charges and post-natal care but choosing the right maternity cover can help overcome these issues, says Bhaskar Nerurkar
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Maternity coverage is a specific feature in health insurance policies that covers the medical expenses associated with childbirth and complications associated, if any.
Another maternal death has been reported at the Ballari Medical College and Research Centre (BMCRC), bringing the total number of such fatalities in the past month to five.
'Mental and physical health is very important as far as new mothers are concerned. You cannot ignore it.'
The Kerala high court has observed that no religious belief stands above the Constitution.
'If an individual makes significant financial investments, she should stick to the old regime.' 'If the individual prefers straightforward computation without any tax benefits, the new regime would be suitable.'
The choice of tax regime dictates how your income will be taxed. If you don't make the right pick, you might end up losing money.
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If you are considering pregnancy, it is advisable to meet with a healthcare provider to discuss your overall health, any pre-existing conditions, and any steps you can take to optimise your health before conceiving, advises Dr Kiran Coelho.
A man, whose newborn child was among the 31 patients who died at a government hospital in Maharashtra's Nanded in 48 hours, has blamed negligence by doctors for his loss.
NPS is a cost-effective instrument with low fund management and other fees. Unlike in mutual funds, investors get the benefit of tax-free rebalancing here.
A bench headed by Justice Ranjan Gogoi also slapped a cost of Rs 25,000 on the petitioner and directed him to deposit the amount within four weeks with the Supreme Court Bar Association.
Three doctors were allegedly assaulted by the family members of a patient at a private hospital in northwest Delhi's Pitampura after a newborn baby died during a caesarean procedure, police said on Thursday.
A birthing centre in Bengaluru is helping women make informed decisions about their pregnancy, right down to choosing how they have their baby.
The couple welcomed their baby -- named Avyaan Azaad Rekhi -- on May 14, but made the announcement two months later.
He added that Tunda was arrested by the security agencies in 2013 at Nepal Border and was shifted to Delhi.
Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.
Widely expected to contend in Saturday's 4x400m relay final, Felix would break Carl Lewis's American medal record if she reaches the podium yet again at her fifth and final Games, a prospect Lewis appeared to welcome.
Kalki Koechlin's little girl was born on February 7.
'You can either sulk and blame your destiny or you can choose to handle the situation with positivity.'
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According to WHO, women with COVID-19 can breastfeed if they wish to but should practice hygiene during the feeding, where a mask where available, wash hands before and after touching the baby and routinely clean and disinfect surfaces they have touched.
'You've got to do what is best for you and what is best for your child's health,' actor Jana Kramer's husband said.
The singer has opened up about her pregnancy, the pressure to lose weight, and learning to appreciate her natural body.
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Sameera Reddy, who delivered a baby girl earlier this month, has some advice for new moms.
Tax experts G Srikanth and Anil Rego will answer all your tax queries in two different chats between 1 pm and 4 pm on Monday, February 3.
There is a greater risk of miscarriage and stillbirth in women who are older than 35 years, warns Dr Archana Dhawan Bajaj.
